Among the program’s more than 40 sessions are panels, readings, book signing and launches exploring ‘the variety and complexity of Jewish culture, life and literature and beyond’. Australia’s chief scientist Alan Finkel and his wife, author and prize winning scientist Elizabeth Finkel, will give the keynote address.

The festival also includes a children’s and schools program with authors Anna Fienberg, Hazel Edwards and others.

The inaugural Melbourne Jewish Writers’ Festival was held in 2014 and attracted more than 500 at its opening night. For the full program, click here.